Manufacturing Associate II Media Preparation (Nights)

Biogen

Job Location:

Durham County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 23 - 30

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About This Role

Our factories run 24/7 operations. Our manufacturing teams work 12-hour shifts (either Days or Nights) on a 2-2-3 calendar rotation.

Shift Details: This role follows a 2-2-3 calendar rotation on nights (5:45 PM - 6 AM ET)

Our Manufacturing Associates perform processing steps and manufacturing support activities in our Drug Substance facility in Research Triangle Park (RTP). These teams are the backbone of our operations each playing a critical role in delivering our therapies to the patients who need them.

Our teams are organized by the steps in the biomanufacturing process that they operate in; including Upstream (Cell Culture) Downstream (Purification) and Media & Solution Preparation. Manufacturing Associates perform these critical steps in a clean environment governed by Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Upstream / Cell Culture:

Mammalian cell culture & harvest:
Work in Shake flasks WAVE bags centrifuges stainless steel bioreactors up to 15000L
Performing thaws and splits utilizing Aseptic technique

Downstream / Purification:

Column Chromatography
Viral Filtration
Ultra-Filtration
Bulk Dispensing of the drug substance

What Youll Do

Execute daily manufacturing activities by operating production equipment performing process steps and completing validation or qualification protocols in accordance with cGMP and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Document all manufacturing work accurately including cGMP data deviations equipment usage and processing details. Create revise and maintain batch records SLRs equipment logbooks and other key documentation
Support in-process sampling and analysis including routine measurements such as pH conductivity protein concentration osmolality and cell counts
Maintain a clean safe and audit-ready workspace by following safety guidelines good housekeeping practices and compliance expectations
Collaborate as a reliable team member showing up with focus accountability and a willingness to support teammates and shared goals
Participate in training and development building your own capabilities while helping strengthen the skills and readiness of the team

Who You Are

Youre driven by a mission to save lives and bring a deep sense of purpose to the work you do. Biomanufacturing is complex and you thrive in fast-paced environments where learning agility problem-solving and adaptability are essential.

Required Skills

The following combination of academic and/or relevant experience may be considered:
- Bachelors degree BiWorks Certificate or associates degree from an accredited college university or program
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) and at minimum of 6 months of direct experience
Experience in cGMP manufacturing biotech or pharmaceutical operations
Ability to follow detailed procedures and uphold safety and compliance standards
Familiarity with operating production equipment and maintaining manufacturing documentation

Preferred Skills

Bachelors degree in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) from an accredited college or university
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Job Level: Entry Level

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $23.56-$30.77

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including but not limited to relevant skills & experience job location and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees and their families physical financial emotional and social well-being; including but not limited to:

Medical Dental Vision & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver life-changing medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds cultures and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status race color national origin ancestry ethnicity religion age veteran status disability genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

Required Experience:

About This Role Our factories run 24/7 operations. Our manufacturing teams work 12-hour shifts (either Days or Nights) on a 2-2-3 calendar rotation.Shift Details: This role follows a 2-2-3 calendar rotation on nights (5:45 PM - 6 AM ET)Our Manufacturing Associates perform processing steps and manufa...